Change proposed Doolin Pier design

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We, the undersigned, are requesting that Clare Co. Council, Ireland, do not proceed with their current plans for a new harbor pier in Doolin.
(planning application details ref: 108006 Clare Co. Council ) - http://www.clarecoco.ie/planning/planning-applications/search-planning-applications/FileRefDetails.aspx?file_number=108006&LASiteID=0

We are concerned that this design will damage the nearby surf spots of Doolin Point and Crab Island from wave backwash or reflection.

We are also concerned that, because the design puts the pier so far out on the point, surfers will need to enter\exit the water to the east of the pier and therefore cross the paths of berthing\departing ferries to get to the waves. This is a major safety hazard.

We request that Clare Co. Council instead, ensure that their engineers engage with the West Coast Surf Club and Irish Surfing Association to agree an alternative design that:-
- Does not damage the nearby world-class surfing waves of Crab Island and Doolin Point from wave backwash & reflection.
- Allows surfers access the waves without having to cross the path of berthing & departing ferries.

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  • David Blount
    • Comments
    • Crab Island and Doolin point are world class waves. They are worth as much if not more to the local area than a new pier would be
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Roger Gale
    • Comments
    • Preserve this natural resource for all.
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Dave Flynn
    • Comments
    • Pier should not proceed until wave is secured
    • Country of Residence
    • Clare, Ireland
  • Tom Doidge-harrison
    • Comments
    • viva el cangrejo
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Cliodhna Fawl
  • Mickey smith
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Steve England
    • Comments
    • Doolin is a fantastic part of Eire visited by surfers and tourists alike. Please make this a win-win situation by preserving the waves which are a valuable and irreplaceable natural resource.
    • Country of Residence
    • United Kingdom
  • Jonathan Cosson
    • Country of Residence
    • Wales
  • Matt Stone
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Blaithin Black
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Paul Richards
  • David Alcock
    • Comments
    • Tonnta Surfing Magazine Designer
  • Tom Eggers
    • Country of Residence
    • USA
  • Sarah Dunne
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Dave ;)
    • Comments
    • В
    • Country of Residence
    • Dublin, Ireland
  • Andrew Lockington
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Andy Cummins
    • Comments
    • Waves present the local Irish Community with both intrinsic and economic benefits and world class waves like Crab Island and Doolin point should be recognised and protected for the benefit of this and future generations. I've travelled to Ireland before and would plan to again. However, the destruction of quality waves would make me consider Ireland as a suitable holiday destination.
    • Country of Residence
    • UK
  • Ronan Breen
    • Country of Residence
    • ireland
  • Kieran Jolly
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • David Olsthoorn
    • Comments
    • Not needed at all!!!!
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Jacob Cockle
  • Kate
  • Adam Varian
    • Country of Residence
    • ireland
  • Paudie Scanlon
  • David Bailey
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Pascal Devine
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Kieran Clancy. MMII Grad
    • Comments
    • No Pier-save the waves.
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Richard Trueman
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • John Casey
    • Comments
    • Why build a pier that's not needed? Invest the money in the surf industry.
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Glenn Walker
    • Comments
    • Keep the seas free !
    • Country of Residence
    • England
  • Savannah Sharpe
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland/france
  • Louis Martin
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • mikee hamilton
    • Comments
    • i wish to lodge my objection to proposed doolin pier design
  • aidan browne
  • cillian ryan
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • Nick Ryan
    • Country of Residence
    • IRELAND
  • Roger Sharp
    • Comments
    • An urgent rethink and redesign needed asap...
    • Country of Residence
    • UK
  • Nick Doran
  • Gavin MC Crea
  • kirstin prisk
  • Diarmaid O'Riordan
  • Brendan Lewis
    • Comments
    • The Distruction of a world class tourist amenity to serve a couple of small businesses would have a nevitage finincal impact, this project is even getting lots of negitave press for County Clare here in California
    • Country of Residence
    • USA
  • Ciara Sands
    • Comments
    • В
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • ward dunphy
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • LIAM SINNOTT
    • Country of Residence
    • Waterford, Ireland
  • Rexann Dubiel
    • Comments
    • Please so not make a new pier that will jeopardize those who love the ocean and benefit from its waves
    • Country of Residence
    • USA
  • stephen kelleher
    • Comments
    • Extend the existing pier, dont interfere with the waves
    • Country of Residence
    • Ireland
  • simon jayham
    • Comments
    • Please think about what you are doing and try again!
    • Country of Residence
    • Wales
  • Sam Davies
    • Country of Residence
    • Wales (UK)
  • Scott Sanders
    • Country of Residence
    • England